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The strong, earthy flavor of a black walnut is one that can’t be beat. Notoriously hard, these nuts can be tough to crack—but with a little technique and persistence, you’ll be able to enjoy your black walnuts in no time. Grab a hammer, some cutting pliers, and a pile of walnuts to get started!
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- Don’t swing the hammer down too hard—the aim is to crack the walnut shells, not smash them.Thanks
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References
- ↑ https://www.npr.org/2008/11/05/96258175/coaxing-the-black-walnut-out-of-its-shell
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=61&v=SkvP7M6Kz3c&feature=youtu.be
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=142&v=SkvP7M6Kz3c&feature=youtu.be
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=159&v=SkvP7M6Kz3c&feature=youtu.be
- ↑ https://foragerchef.com/guide-to-black-walnuts/
- ↑ https://foragerchef.com/guide-to-black-walnuts/
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